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Michael Ayrton
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Michael Ayrton
- Shepherd
- bronze
- height: 86.5cm.; 34in.
- Conceived in 1954, the present work is from the edition of 6.
Provenance
Robert Henriques, and thence by family descent to the present owner
Literature
C. P. Snow, Michael Ayrton; Drawings & Sculptures, Cory, Adams & Mackay Ltd, London, 1962, illustrated pl.18 & 23;
Peter Cannon-Brookes, Michael Ayrton; An Illustrated Commentary, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham, 1978, cat. no.103, illustrated p.59 (another cast).
Peter Cannon-Brookes, Michael Ayrton; An Illustrated Commentary, Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Birmingham, 1978, cat. no.103, illustrated p.59 (another cast).
Condition
The sculpture appears sound. There is some slight variation to the patina, most noticeable on the legs and back of the shepherd. There is also some slight losses to the patina throughout the back, shoulders, chest and legs of the shepherd. There is a small scratch to his proper left ankle. There is a casting imperfection to his proper right knee and to the muzzle of the lamb. The surface of the bronze is very slightly pitted in places, most likely as a result of the casting process. There is some surface dirt and matter including to the crevices. There is a material under the shepherd's right heel, this is in keeping with the artist's techniques. Subject to the above the work appears to be in overall good condition.
The sculpture is mounted on a 5 cm high sandstone plinth.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."